(poetry) The splitting of the final word in a line of poetry (onto the next line) such that a rhyme is formed from a syllable other than the last.

A bird that is unable to fly due to one or both of its wings being broken. / (aviation) An unflyable aircraft, particularly one that has been grounded or downed.

(of horses) Having short breath or disordered respiration.

(idiomatic) Someone or something that constantly repeats itself, causing annoyance. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see broken, record.

plural of broken bird

plural of broken reed

Something or someone very fragile or unreliable.

past participle of break and enter

(UK, historical) An outlaw, especially one inhabiting the Highlands and border country. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see broken, man.

plural of broken man